Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption
January 20, 2021 - Issue #332
Philoptochos News

Philoptochos is planning our January Zoom meeting for Tuesday evening, January 26, 2021 at 7 pm.

Everyone is welcome and we look forward to your joining us. The Zoom link, meeting agenda, and previous meeting minutes will be sent out via email prior to the meeting.

Thank-you and best wishes, Teresa Delarose
LITURGICAL SCHEDULE
DURING PANDEMIC


40 parishioners maximum


Please refer to our website (click here)
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic we are streaming live video so parishioners may attend liturgical services from their homes. We want to thank Gus Mehas for leading this effort.

please click here to view the live broadcast of a service

please click here to view archives of services
We are pleased to share with you that the PanHellenic Scholarship Foundation will once again offer $250,000 in scholarship awards to 40 exceptional Greek American undergraduates.

The application is currently available on our website, and the deadline to apply is Sunday, January 31, 2021. The scholarships will be distributed at our Awards Ceremony and Gala, which will be held on Saturday, June 19, 2021.

Our scholarship awards are available to all undergraduate students of Hellenic descent. They are offered to recognize students of high scholastic achievement for their accomplishments, and to provide support to those in financial need.

  • $200,000 awarded to 20 students based on financial need and academic achievement.
  • $50,000 awarded to 20 students based solely on academic achievement.
  • $20,000 specifically awarded to music and arts majors.

The Foundation strives to promote education which, combined with the values of our Faith and Heritage, encourages and guides our scholarship recipients to become significant achievers and contribute meaningfully to society.

We thank you for your assistance and support.

All my best, Peter C. Korbakes

Director of Scholarships
PanHellenic Scholarship Foundation
8501 W. Higgins Rd., Ste. 210
Chicago, IL 60631
LITURGICAL SCHEDULE

Saturday January 23rd
• Small Compline: 4 pm

Sunday January 24th - 14th Sunday of Luke
• Matins (Orthros): 8:45 am
• Divine Liturgy: 10 am

Monday January 25th - Gregory the Theologian, Archbishop of Constantinople
• Matins (Orthros): 8:45 am
• Divine Liturgy: 10 am
CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Thursday January 21st

Tuesday January 26th
• Philoptochos Meeting: 7 pm
 —via Zoom
FROM THE CORONAVIRUS

Please click here to read prayers of protection from sickness
NAMEDAYS
&
FEASTS


Wednesday January 20th
• Righteous Euthymius the Great
• Zacharias the New Martyr of Patra
• John the Hieromartyr

Thursday January 21st
• Maximus the Confessor
• Neophytos the Martyr of Nicaea
• Martyrs Neophytos, Agnes, Patroclus, Maximus the Greek and Eugene of Trebizond

Friday January 22nd
• Timothy the Apostle of the 70
• The Righteous Martyr Anastasius of Persia
• Joseph the Sanctified

Saturday January 23rd
• The Holy Hieromartyr Clement, Bishop of Ancyra
• Agathangelus the Martyr
• Righteous Father Dionysius of Olympus

Sunday January 24th - 14th Sunday of Luke
• Xenia, Deaconess of Rome
• Vavylas the Holy Martyr
• Xenia of St. Petersburg, Fool-for-Christ
• Philo the Wonderworker, Bishop of Karpasia in Cyprus

Monday January 25th
• Gregory the Theologian, Archbishop of Constantinople
• The Synaxis of the New Martyrs of Russia
• Kastinos, Archbishop of Constantinople

Tuesday January 26th
• Xenophon & his Companions
• Symeon the Elder of Mount Sinai

Contact our Director Rachael Pamboukas with any questions
(206) 850-4110

rachaelpamboukas@hotmail.com
Fellowship Hour
 
If you would like to host a Fellowship Hour, please contact Ingrid Papahronis
(206) 932-8085
Missions Corner

For more information about GOCA Missions Corner, or to be a part of the GOCA Missions Committee, or to volunteer at the OCMC Fundraiser, please contact OCMC Ambassador, Penny Peppes:  ellinas1@msn.com
Interested in Ushering?

All parishioners are welcome to help usher during Sunday liturgy or other large services such as Feast Days. There will always be a Parish Council member present to explain the duties involved such as managing the candles, passing the stewardship trays, and ushering for Holy Communion.

If you are interested in offering your services as an usher, please call the church office and give your name to Jillian. She will call you when there is a need for extra ushers. 206-323-8557
Serving in the Altar

All boys eight years and older are welcome to come serve in the altar on Sundays. Please be sure to arrive at the start of liturgy. If your son is younger than eight and interested in serving, they are welcome during any weekday service as long as a parent is present.  

For more information contact Nick Cosmakos at 425-742-2308
Daughters of Penelope
 
The Daughters of Penelope have an exciting and fun filled calendar of events planned. If you would like to be apprised of upcoming events &/or information about Seattle Daughters of Penelope Chapter, e-mail us hpoulias@hotmail.com
Maids of Athena

The mission of the AHEPA Family is to promote Hellenism, Education, Philanthropy, Civic Responsibility, and Family and Individual Excellence

If you are a young woman 14-27 years old and would like more information please go to the national web site.

If you are interested in joining our local Chapter Alethea 2, please contact Abby Gray